TESCO has resorted to pulling all multi-pack deals and promotions in a bid to stop shoppers from hoarding supplies and leaving little for everyone else.

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The chain of supermarkets has also increased the prices of hundreds of items as coronavirus panic takes a hold on customers. More than 600 products sold by Tesco have become more expensive. And Britain’s biggest supermarket chain pulled more than 8,000 groceries from its selection last week.

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He said: “We have not increased our prices. These are challenging times and we are facing unprecedented demand.

“We are doing everything we can to ensure customers get what they need including setting purchase limits on our products. In the current climate, when we have a limited amount of stock, promotions such as multi-buys are irresponsible.

“It means some products have gone back to their pre-promotion prices. We are working tirelessly with our suppliers to maintain supply and keep stores stocked.”